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Mid-Century Modern design, from the 1940’s through to the
early 1970, is hugely popular with collectors and decorators alike and many furniture
pieces from that time have become the staple of the modern interior design and
decorating.

Mid-Century Modern style was for many years derided as being
a variation of the theme of kitsch, but the combination of the architectural
minimalism and organic modernism at its heart led to its recent revival.
Mid-Century classics are enjoying a rebirth – in fact, many of the most iconic
designs have remained in production since they were launched and these continue
to inspire the designers of today.

The key distinguishing features of this style are classic,
understated look, and clean lines with minimal fuss:

• A
renewed emphasis on the home as an integrated whole

• Re-discovery
of nature and its integration with interior and exterior design by pioneering
20-th century architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright

• Functionality
is important, as form follows function

• Uncluttered
and sleek lines and both organic and geometric forms

• Minimal
ornamentation

• An
exploration of different traditional as well as non-traditional materials.

• Juxtaposition
of different and sometimes contrasting materials

• A
liberal use of traditional material, such as wood, and non-traditional
materials such as metal, glass, vinyl, plywood, Plexiglass and Lucite and
plastic

Mid-Century Modern Designers

There are several Mid-century Modern designers of note, and
pieces designed by them have continued to inspire designers who came after
them. Furniture pieces inspired by their designs, as well as copies are greatly
sought after.

Below are some of the best known designers of this period.
This is by no means an exhaustive list:

Herman Miller

Charles and Ray Eames

George Nelson

Edward Wormley

Eero Saarinen

Harry Bertoia

Arne Jacobsen

Charles Eames and his wife Ray Eames

Eileen Gray

Isamu Noguchi

Verner Panton

Jens Risom

Alexander Girard

How to Create Mid-Century Modern Style in Your Home

As with any period, do not feel a compulsion to create a
replica of those times. You can, if you feel compelled, but a lot of homeowners
just starting out feel intimidated when tackling a style they love. It can also
prove to be very expensive to get authentic pieces, even though many are still
being made or have been revived due to demand.

Instead try to adapt one or two furniture pieces to create enduring and stylish home décor with Mid-Century influence.